NVIDIA GTC is the premier developer conference at the heart of AI. It’s where developers, researchers, creators, IT decision-makers, business leaders, and students gather to see real-world examples of how AI and accelerated computing are helping tackle the world’s toughest challenges and enabling industries to flourish.
GTC 2026 will be a hybrid event, with in-person and virtual options for attendees.
NVIDIA GTC will take place at the San Jose McEnery Convention Center, in San Jose, CA, on March 16–19, 2026.
San Jose McEnery Convention Center
150 W. San Carlos St., San Jose, CA 95113
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GTC offers sessions and training for all technical levels and interest areas of technology. It’s a unique conference that brings together developers, researchers, business leaders, IT decision-makers, creators, and NVIDIA’s partner ecosystem. GTC attendees have a common goal to learn from real-world examples of AI and accelerated computing. There are options to attend in person or virtually.
The session catalog will be available in January, and you’ll be able to add sessions to your personal schedule at that time. You can view all session topics and “favorite” the sessions you're interested in attending. You’ll be able to add sessions to your personal schedule soon.
NVIDIA GTC programming breaks out as follows:
Click here to register to attend GTC in person or virtually in San Jose, CA.
Click here to view pricing information and what’s included with each pass type.
Yes, we offer discounts for groups and attendees in the education, nonprofit, and government sectors. View the Registration Packages & Pricing page for more information.
Yes, registration is required to attend GTC in person or virtually.
The minimum age to attend GTC in person is 18.
If you’re under 18 and would like to attend GTC virtually, please have your parents click here to complete the Guardian Consent Form.
Credit cards, wire transfers, and checks are acceptable methods of payment until Friday, February 27, 2026. After this date, only credit card payments will be accepted. Your registration must be paid in full in order to attend the conference.
After registering for GTC, the transaction will appear on your credit card or bank statement as “RAINFOC*NVIDIA GTCS26".
Click here to log in to your attendee portal, navigate to “My Registration”, then click on “Download Invoice(s)” in the top right corner.
There’s no deadline to register for GTC, but it’s very likely that the event will sell out, so early registration is recommended.
If you can’t make the event, please submit your cancellation requests at GTC_registration@nvidia.com. The following processing fees will apply:
> Before 11:59 p.m. PDT, Monday, February 23, 2026: A $50 processing fee/cancellation penalty will apply.
> After 11:59 p.m. PDT, Monday, February 23, 2026: No refunds will be granted.
> No-shows are ineligible for a refund.
Substitution requests will be granted but must be received by 11:59 p.m. PDT, Friday, March 6, 2026. If you’re having difficulty registering online, please email GTC_registration@nvidia.com, and we'll be happy to assist you.
Substitution requests will be granted but must be received by 11:59 p.m. PDT, Friday, March 6, 2026. To transfer your registration to a colleague, please email GTC_registration@nvidia.com.
NVIDIA reserves the right to deny registration to any individual or entity for any reason, at our sole discretion. These include past or present failure to meet NVIDIA’s standards of conduct, as well as (but not limited to) engaging in violent, illegal, threatening, or discriminatory conduct. View the GTC Code of Conduct.
Conference pass holders and One-Day Conference—Monday, March 16 pass holders will have access to attend the live keynote address with NVIDIA CEO, Jensen Huang.
This is a great opportunity for you to watch the live stream of the keynote session with your peers, food and interactive activities.
Yes, special hotel rates have been negotiated for GTC attendees, but space is limited. Click here to book your hotel room on EventSphere 🛈 (the official hotel site for GTC). Contact GTC@eventsphere.com with any questions.
Yes, shuttles will be provided for attendees staying at hotels booked within the GTC room block; that aren't within walking distance (more than one mile).
GTC welcomes all international attendees, and we’re committed to making the process as seamless as possible.
As part of your GTC registration, you may request an invitation letter through the registration form. After completing your registration and payment, your invitation letter will be emailed to you within a week. If, for any reason, your visa is denied, we’ll issue a full refund of your registration payment.
For additional information, please review the U.S. Visa Application Procedures.
Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) is just three miles from the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. Get more information on ground transportation options from SJC.
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is 38 miles from the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. Get more information on ground transportation options from SFO.
Oakland International Airport (OAK) is 39 miles from the San Jose McEnery Convention Center. Get more information on ground transportation options from OAK.
The San Jose McEnery Convention Center has an underground parking garage with entrances on both Market Street and South Almaden Boulevard. Additional parking garages are located throughout the downtown area. Information on other downtown San Jose garages is available here. For the best- priced parking options, see information on the Almaden/Woz lot located one block from the McEnery Convention Center.
Yes, there will be a Parent's Room available onsite. Refrigerator storage isn't provided, but ice packs are available. Please bring your own cooler.
GTC content will also be available for virtual attendees. Click here to register for a free digital pass to attend GTC virtually.
If you’re attending GTC 2026 virtually, registration isn’t required to watch Jensen Huang’s keynote.
All you need is an internet connection and a connected device (laptop, tablet, mobile phone). However, we recommend that you update your web browsers to the latest version before joining the event. Once you’ve registered for a particular session or training, we’ll notify you of any additional setup instructions. Still, all software used during the event will be free and seamless to use.
For GTC 2026, all talks and panels were curated. We currently aren't accepting proposals.
Please email GTC-Sales@nvidia.com for more information on sponsorships or exhibits.
If you have a question that wasn’t answered here or you have general feedback, please contact us at GTC_Registration@nvidia.com.